Hepatitis (A, B, C, D, E)

Hepatitis (A, B, C, D, E): Types, causes, symptoms, and prevention
Hepatitis is liver inflammation brought on by either autoimmune diseases, too much alcohol, or viral infections. Transmission and severity vary among the five primary types—hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E.
Contaminated food or drink usually causes hepatitis A (HAV), which usually resolves without chronic consequences. Among the symptoms are fever, nausea, jaundice, and tiredness. One can use a vaccination for prevention.
Mothers can transmit Hepatitis B (HBV) to their children at birth, through blood, or through sexual contact. It can bring about cirrhosis or liver cancer as well as chronic liver disease. One gets efficient protection from vaccinations.
Hepatitis C (HCV) primarily spreads through blood transfusions or sharing needles. One can get significant liver damage from a chronic infection. While there is no vaccination, antiviral medications are accessible, unlike in Hepatitis A and B.
Hepatitis D (HDV) aggravates liver problems only in those with Hepatitis B. The HBV vaccination helps indirectly prevent HDV.
Hepatitis E (HEV) is a waterborne virus that primarily affects poorer areas with inadequate sanitation. Though harmful for pregnant women, it is typically acute and self-limiting.
Vaccination (for HAV and HBV), good cleanliness, protected sex, and avoiding sharing needles constitute preventive actions. Early diagnosis and treatment enable control and a decrease in problems.